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You can automate tasks in the Visual C++ environment by using Automation (formerly OLE Automation). Following are some frequently asked questions about Automation.
Where can I find information about Automation?
What are the ways I can access the Visual C++ Developer Studio object model?
How do I automate the Visual C++ environment from an MFC application?
How do I automate the Visual C++ environment from a Visual Basic application?
How do I automate the Visual C++ environment from Excel or Word?